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    • Lightkeepers Marina (Statute Mile 346)

      Lightkeepers Marina is one of the three pleasure craft facilities located in Coquina Harbor, which borders the Waterway’s western flank in Little River, SC. Another is Myrtle Beach Yacht Club, which, in spite of its name, is a marina, and they are also a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR as well!!!
      Note that the reply originally below appeared on the AGLCA (American Great Loop Cruisers’ Association). and was in answer to a question.

      If you can handle SC then Lightkeepers Marina in Coquina Harbor, Little River, SC is a nice safe marina with great rates. Phone and ask for James the Dockmaster, tell him what you want to do. It’s about 60 miles south of Wilmington, NC by road. It is in Horry County which is a county where you can leave your boat for up to 182 days per calendar yr without paying County or SC State Taxes. We have left our boat there several times for extended periods when we have gone home to Australia and have been very happy. We are 47ft with a 5ft draft and 18ft beam.
      Regards from Rod and Pauline
      Nova Scotia 47 Pilothouse Trawler

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolna Marina Directory Listing For Lightkeepers Marina

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    • Harbour Gate Marina (Statute Mile 347)

      Here’s a quick, but informative comment about Harbour Gate Marina in Little River, SC. Not only does captain Susie run a great operation, but these good people are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR! Note that we provide a link to Harbour Gate’s webcam below!

      In Myrtle Beach, Harbourgate at the Swing Bridge is very safe, has a camera so you can see your boat on the internet, live.
      Just Relax

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Harbour Gate Marina

      Click Here To View Harbour Gate Marina’s live web/habor cam

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      1. Claiborne -  April 19, 2010 - 2:07 pm

        In Myrtle Beach, Harbourgate at the Swing Bridge is very safe, has a camera so you can see your boat on the internet, live.
        Just Relax

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    • Rock Creek Anchorages (Statute Mile 516)

      I used to recommend the anchorages on Rock Creek (on the AICW’s path between the Ashepoo and Coosaw Rivers) right and left. Then, about a year ago, we had a series of postings here on the Net, to the effect that a shoal had pretty much cut off easy access to the upstream havens I used to recommend. In Captain Jean’s superb report below, it looks as if she has found the way to avoid these shallows. and drop the hook safely on Rock Creek. That’s good news indeed, because if you are a cruiser who cherishes the feeling that every turn of the screw or puff of wind carries you a bit farther from the maddening crowd, the Rock Creek anchorages are for you. Just be SURE to follow Captain Jean’s navigational advice below when accessing these havens!

      We anchored here 4-12-10 and remembered we had been here previously when the water suddenly got thin near the turn to the northeast (the last time we spent time on that shoal waiting for the tide to turn.) This time a quick turn to the west got us into 17 feet of water and once around the corner had no problem getting to where the creek turns north west and anchored there. Had a quiet night and no problem getting out in the morning. Just have to stay on the correct side of the creek!
      Jean Thomason
      (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here For The Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Rock Creek

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    • Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage (Statute Mile 471)

      The Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage lies just off the AICW’s track through these twin streams, between the Ashely and Stono Rivers. It makes for a good spot to anchor if you are waiting for a fair tide on Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut. The tide BOILS thorugh these streams!!!

      Anchored here again 4-13-10. The mooring ball is gone so we anchored closer to the west end in 14 feet of water near low tide. Pretty good protection from wakes.
      Jean Thomason
      Doveskie

      Click Here For The Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For Wappo Creek – Elliott Cut Anchorage

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    • Ladys Island Marina (Beaufort, SC, Statute Mile 536.5)

      Below are some good details about Beaufort’s “other” facility, Ladys Island Marina. This marina lies on the shores of Factory Creek, which cuts south, just east of the Lady’s Island swing bridge.

      A little more on Lady’s Island Marina. The canvas repair closed. Besides Groupers, a new barbeque joint: The Smokey Chef opened adjacent to the marina. The complimentary 2 hr. dockage is in effect for boaters going to Groupers.
      We’ve taken our 5’9’³ draft sailboat in and out of Factory Creek multiple times this spring, and haven’t had a problem at mid- to high tide. We wouldn’t try it at low tide. Stay well away from Factory Creek’s green #1 as that’s where it’s shoaled.
      Mike Cannady

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Ladys Island Marina

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    • Bull Creek Anchorages (Statute Mile 381)

      Bull Creek cuts of the AICW/Waccamaw River, south of Prince Creek. This stream provides some of the most idyllic anchorages I’ve ever reviewed, And, I’ve reviewed thousands over the last 30 years as a cruising guide author. To be succinct, don’t dare miss these waters as an overnight stop!

      Anchored here 4-9-10 in the area between two anchors on the chartlet. Two other boat also there. Some wakes from small boats. Larger cruise boats went by slowly. Nice setting. No-see-ums in the morning. Lots of swing room and good protection from north winds and some from the south or east, more open to west.
      Jean Thomason (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Anchorage Directory Listing For The Bull Creek Anchorages

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    • New Restaurant at Ladys Island Marina (Statute Mile 536.5)

      Ladys Island Marina lies on the shores of Factory Creek, just across Ladys Island Bridge from downtown Beaufort, SC. The entrance to Factory Creek cuts south from the Waterway, just east of the Ladys Island span. While we are certainly very glad to hear there’s a new restaurant here, we still strongly suggest that you berth at Downtown Beaufort Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR). You can always take a quick taxi ride across the bridge to check out the new dining attraction, and there are also quite a collection of good places to quiet a healthy appetite in downtown Beaufort.

      Subject: New Restaurant at Lady’s Island Marina
      Cruising News: Claiborne, Cruisers heading to or through Beaufort, SC might be interested to learn that a new restaurant, named “Groupers”, has just opened up in the building formerly occupied by “Ollie’s” at Lady’s Island Marina. The new owners have thoroughly redecorated the place in pleasing Caribbean colors, and they\’re offering a truly varied menu –it’s not just seafood. We had lunch there last week, when they’d only been open for 3 days, and the place was already packed. Service was a bit slow (they seem to have been taken by surprise by the strong response they’ve gotten so far), but the food was good and no doubt the kinks will get worked out as the kitchen and wait staff adjust to the demand. We later heard that there was a line out the door waiting for dinner that same night, so they’ve clearly been discovered! They’re a welcome addition to the Beaufort restaurant scene. And, as a bonus, it’s our understanding that short-term transient dockage at Lady’s Island Marina for an hour or two is free if you come in for a meal at the restaurant, provided that a slip is available for your size boat.
      Bob and Janet Schwerzel

      We ate dinner at Groupers 4/10/2010 at 5:30 before the rush. We got salads, bread and drinks promptly but the entree was long in coming and the food was not hot. They were glad to reheat it. We had to request our side vegetables a couple of times. The Jambalaya was good; the fried oysters were too heavily breaded (compared with Ollie’s) The vegetables were nicely cooked and crisp. The prices seem a bit high ($17-20). The waitress was clearly inexperienced; she overturned a glass of ice tea at the next table and bumped into ours. Hopefully they will work out the problems soon!
      Jean Thomason
      (DOVEKIE)

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Beaufort Marina

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Ladys Island Marina

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    • Socastee Swing Bridge Opens on Demand (Statute Mile 371)

      We have actually listed the Socastee Swing Bridge as “Opens on Demand” or some time in our “South Carolina Bridge Directory” (/category/bridges-south-carolina/).
      How “nice” of them to open on demand, especially as this low-level, break-down prone span should have been removed years ago, when the adjacent high-rise opened. Why spend the millions of dollars to build the new bridge, and keep the old one in place. Siggghhhhh!

      The Socastee Swing Bridge tender said today that “unfortunately” there is no opening schedule for spring season. It’s all on demand. Our experience south- and northbound this season is we waited ten minutes for an opening.
      Captain Jane Tigar

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Bridge Directory Listing For The Socastee Swing Bridge

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    • Charleston Maritime Center (Cooper River)

      I have always found the Charleston Maritime Center a bit cramped, but others obviously have a different point of view.

      Great Marina. Reasonable ($1.50 for BoatUS, deals on weekly and monthly), friendly, helpful staff. Close to very good grocery, city library, coffee shops, restaurants, gym, movie theater and walking distance to historic Charleston’s great old homes, Battery Park, good restaurants, galleries, museums, bus and trolley lines etc. Some pretty good surge on tide changes, but not unreasonable. Definitely the place to stay if you are passing through and want to see some of Charleston. City Marina on the other side is a little far out.
      Jack Robinson

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston Maritime Center

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    • Charleston City Marina (Statute Mile 469)

      Welcome to The City Marina The City Marina Wins Jack Nichol Award for Design See our feature on The Visitors Network Located on mile marker 469.5 of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, the Charleston City Marina features 19,000 feet of linear dock space covering 40 acres of water. The marina was named 2005 National Marina of the Year (Marina Dock Age Magazine), and offers state-of-the-art amenities and facilities to promise an enjoyable stay. The City Marina's MegaDock extends 1,530 feet and is the longest free standing floating fuel dock in the Southeast. These features, and Historic Downtown Charleston location, make The City Marina one of the east coast's most popular marinas. Charleston City Marina is another long time SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR. This facility is located on the Ashley River side of Charleston and is very convenient for visiting the city’s dreamlike historic/business/dining districts. There is also a surprisingly good restaurant on site known locally as the “Variety Store.” All three meals of the day are very good here, and the prices are reasonable!

      Stayed here 3/24/2010 thru 3/27/2010. Outstanding service. They don’t seem to be able to do enough for you. Transient dock is easy to get into and out of. Is oriented with the current so you can approach in one direction or another and not worry about a cross current.
      Shuttle makes trips to the down town area on a regular schedule at no charge. Really a great city to spend a few days.
      SV Aquarius

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston City Marina

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    • Downtown Marina of Beaufort (Statute Mile 536.5) and Beaufort Historic/Dining District

      The Downtown Marina Of Beaufort, SC, 1006 Bay Street Beaufort, SC 29902 (843) 524-4422 or Marker #239 on ICWRick and Mandy Griffin, owners and operators of Downtown Marina of Beaufort are among our oldest and best SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSORS! These good people are truly friends to the cruising community, and we cannot recommend a stop here too highly.

      Here on 3/27-30/2010. Agree with all the comments made by Larry Morrow. Lots of beautiful old homes and you can get alot more out or what you see if you take a walking tour or horse drawn cart with guide. Plum’s and Saltus are two outstanding resturants. Both are owned by the same person, but have a little different selections.
      SV Aquarius

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Marina of Beaufort

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    • Boat Storage Near Charleston, SC

      The question and answer below are copied from the Net’s “Ask Your Neighbor” page, which was, in turn, copied form the AGLCA mail list. Of course, no surprise here. We particularly recommend Ross Marine, and these good people are a SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR!

      Telephone: (843)559-0379 | FAX: (843)559-3172 | Address: 2676 Swygert Blvd., John's Island, SC 29455 | E-mail: info@rossmarine.com | We are the Southeast's premiere yacht repair facility located on thWe are heading N from Savannah and just found our daughter inlaw is having our grandbaby a few weeks earlier than expected. We’ll be gone from the boat a few weeks so would like it kept on the hard until we return. Please suggest a Charleston area boat yard or marina for this.
      Thanks,
      Roger & Mary Carter
      Jolly Roger

      Roger & Mary,
      In the Charleston area it is very unusual to store a boat on the hard. Even in the dead of winter boats are in the water. Having said that there are three boatyards in the area you can try
      Rockville Marine http://www.rockvillemarine.com/
      Ross Marine http://rossmarine.com/cgi-bin/p/awtp-home.cgi?d=ross-marine
      The City Boatyard http://www.thecityboatyard.com/
      Your other option is to leave the boat in a Marina.
      Steve

      I have a boat at Bohicket Marina and would suggest leaving your boat there in the water.
      B. Sanders

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    • Isle of Palms Bridge Sometimes Has Less Than Charted 65-foot Clearance (Statute Mile 459)

      Hmmm, the clearance at this bridge could be a problem at times for sailcraft skippers piloting vessels with particularly tall masts. Read on!

      Subject: Isle of Palms fixed bridge clerance
      Cruising News: Be advised that the Isle of Palms fixed bridge at SM 458.9 had, according to the height guage, only 63 feet clearance at the morning high tide March 30 (full moon) and that was not the highest of the two high tides that day. We need 64 and waited for 65 by the guage. We did not test it for accuracy! Judging by the marking board scunge line, the 65 foot mark is often under water, rather than being only occasionally covered under exceptional tide and surge. All you tall rigs beware
      John and Joan
      Destiny

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    • AICW Shoaling at Intersection with Little River Inlet (near Statute Mile 342) ?????

      Here’s a new one on me. I’ve never heard of any shoaling at the AICW/Little River intersection, and we have had no postings here on the Net previously about shallow depths here. This juncture is found immediately south of the North Carolina – South Carolina state line. Anyone else had trouble here. Please let us know your experiences, good or bad, by clicking the “Comment on This Posting/Marina/Anchorage/Bridge” link below.

      Subject: ICW at Little River Inlet Intersection
      Cruising News: We were heading S. on the ICW on 3/26/2010. Around 12:15, we arrived at marker 119, the north side of the intersection. Upon heading to ICW marker red 2 w/yellow triangle, we contacted the ground. As we had little way, we simply eased off and tried to find a path through, but, could not. A marine officer happened by and said we should have no problem. We eased in behind him at minimum way and grounded in rock. While this is not the point of the posting, he did not lend any assistance. In fact, after he cleared the shallow area we were following him through, he hit full throttle. Nice. The actual point is why in the world could we not pass? I am not a new captain and our boat drafts 39″. No one reported any issues. It is my understanding shrimpers, etc. go through there without issue. Had I been traveling at speed….Please provide insight as this has me troubled.
      Robert McCoy

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    • GREAT List of “Friendly” Mooring Places

      Captain Jim Quince has done the cruising community a HUGE favor by putting together a list of “Friendly Mooring Places,” which are usually, but not always, free. Of course, Captain Jim’s list goes beyond the Southeastern USA waters we deal with here on the Cruisers’ Net, but there’s plenty of info here concerning “friendly” places from North Carolina to New Orleans.

      The list of free docks, etc. is now the Friendly Moorings List online at :

      http://friendlymooringslist.blogspot.com/

      Thanks to all of you that have provided input to the list. It has been updated almost daily since I first posted it and has had many additions and revisions. If I already have sent you a copy of the list, I suggest you delete that list as an out of date list and use this one. You can cut and paste it into a new document if you prefer….no strings attached!
      I will continue to add to the list as new information is provided and as we are lucky enough to visit many more places on the list. Please do send any information you think is valuable to other cruisers. I am also including good value stops with relatively low costs like some FL State Parks and Mooring Fields. (Note that we rarely eat at restaurants due to Vaughn’s food allergies. If you know of restaurants with dock space, tell me so I can include them too.)
      This Friendly Mooring List will hopefully be a good outcome from the change of status for the Venice “free” (overnight) dock!!
      Thanks, Jim

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    • Hazzard Marine And Georgetown, SC (near Statute Mile 403)

      Moving upstream from Winyah Bay, Hazzard Marine is the first facility cruisers will encounter on the downtown, Sampit River Georgetown waterfront. This facility was rebuilt several years ago, and now is a gar cry from the forgettable fishing craft dock that once it was.

      Very helpful people and nice location is you want close access to downtown. We had several meals at The River Room restaurant and were pleased with the quality of their food and reasonable prices.
      If you like 100+ year old houses, this is the place for you! The older districts of town begin just next to Hazzard Marina. Don’t miss the Rice Museum.
      Sykes
      SV Aquarius

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Hazzard Marine

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    • Charleston Harbor Marina (Mount Pleasant – Charleston Harbor)

      Charleston Harbor Marina is located on the Mount Pleasant side of the Charleston Harbor. Thus, you must take a land or water taxi to reach the Charleston historic district and the MANY wonderful restaurants in Charleston. Of course, there are also some good place to slake a healthy appetite in Mount Pleasant and at Patriots Point, where the marina is located.

      We have been going to the Charleston Harbor with our boats for several years. We have stayed at the City Marina twice and the Charleston Harbor Marina 4 times. We like the CHM better as they have a pool at the hotel that you have acess to as well as entertainment at the Hotel.
      The currents can be strong but we’ve never had a problem docking there. Just have to know to navigate the currents with your boat. The rates are only $2.15 per ft with 30Ft minimum so only about $64.50 a night for 30’³ and under plus 7$ a night for Shore power. City Marina has about the same rates.
      Both Marinas take good care of you at all hrs and make you feel like you have a 100Ft Yacht docked there.
      We’re heading down again in June and are going back to the CHM.
      Kent Zessin

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Charleston Harbor Marina

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    • Wacca Wache Marina and Russel’s Seafood Restaurant (Statute Mile 383.5)

      Glad to hear Captain Sykes had such a good visit with Wacca Wache Marina. I have not personally tried Russel’s Seafood Restaurant, but will do all in my power to correct that oversight soon!
      Wacca Wache is located along the AICW’s north to south run along beautiful Waccamaw River. It is one of the only transient facilities between Osprey Marina (A SALTY SOUTHEAST CRUISERS’ NET SPONSOR) and Georgetown.

      We stayed at the Wacco Wache Marina last night. Some of the nicest people at the marina that I have ever run into.
      We elected to call Russell who runs Russel’s Sea Food restaurant about 2 miles from the marina. He, personally, came and picked us up, had a table reserved for us (very busy weekend night), and took us back to the marina. Food was great with more sea food options than they serve at the marina restaurant.
      Capt. Sykes
      SV Aquarius

      Click Here To View the Cruisers’ Net’s South Carolina Marina Directory Listing For Wacca Wache Marina

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    • Downtown Marina of Beaufort (Statute Mile 536.5)

      The owners of Downtown Marina of Beaufort, Mandy and Rick Griffin, are some of the oldest and staunchest supporters of the Salty Southeast Cruisers’ Net. Please patronize their facility whenever possible. And, oh yes, all the many wonderful historic, shopping and dining attractions of downtown Beaufort are within easy walking distance.

      Spent the last two nights here because of cold temps and high winds. We were placed on the outside close to the fuel pumps. Aside from a very strong current and water slapping the boat a bit at night, we had no problems. Dock hands and office staff are top notch. We used the courtesy car to get groceries and a few sundries. The laundry room was clean and the machines in great shape. Restaurants and shopping is right next door to the marina, within 100 yards of the docks.
      Larry Morrow

      Click Here To View the South Carolina Cruisers’ Net Marina Directory Listing For Downtown Marina of Beaufort

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    • Dataw Marina

      Dataw Island Marina, 100 Marina Drive, Dataw Island, SC 29920 Mile Marker 521, 843 838 8410

      Dataw Marina announces two events in March. New restaurant and Open House weekend set to welcome in the boating season.

      Dataw Island Marina, a public marina in a gated community, is hosting two major events in March. On Friday, March 12th, Sweetgrass Restaurant will have their grand opening featuring a new menu, décor, and service. Sweetgrass will be a casual farm-to-table restaurant and bar featuring the freshest and best local products. In addition to offering lunch and dinner, they will offer `to-go’ picnics for boaters and golfers, homemade deserts, and eventually catering and event planning services. All of this will be brought to you in a comfortable relaxed setting, blue jeans and boat shoes being the preferred dress. The restaurant will serve lunch and dinner Friday through Tuesday and will be closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

      On Saturday, March 20th and Sunday, March 21st, Dataw Island Marina will host an open house featuring specials on overnight dockage and fuel, tours of the facility, and discounts on new customer leases. The Old Ship Store will offer discounts on selected merchandise and Sweetgrass Restaurant will be offering lunch and dinner specials. While you are here, be sure to go aboard the 93′ Charlestonian. This luxury cruiser offers four king size state rooms, a dining room, bar, gourmet kitchen, lounge with flat screen TV, and an additional bar on the upper deck which provides a panoramic view of the Morgan River. This vessel is available as a bed and breakfast, or can be chartered for cruises, weddings, golf trips, business gatherings, or whatever you have in mind.

      Come out and visit one of the loveliest places in the low country, Dataw Island Marina. Remember, we are a public marina in a gated community. Come out and see us!

      Transient Boaters

      The staff at Dataw Island Marina would like to thank you for you latest stopover at our facility, a public marina in a gated community. The spring of 2009 was the best transient season ever for us and we hope to see you back at our docks this spring and fall.

      As a thank you for your support of this beautiful facility, we want to offer our returning transients some special discounts.

      For the months of March, April, and May,
      1. Daily dockage rate of $1.00 per foot, 1/3 off our usual transient rate
      2. Ten cents off each gallon of gas or diesel fuel
      3. If you bring another boater with you, they will receive the reduced rate and you will receive either a second night of free dockage or an additional ten cents off per gallon of fuel purchased.

      We hope to see you back at Dataw Island Marina. Maybe you will decide to stay with us for good! Just bring this letter to the marina office when you check in to receive your discounts. Also, don’t forget that we have a full service boat yard complete with a 50-ton travel lift and 20,000 lb Hoist forklift. Call ahead if you like at (843) 838-8410. We monitor VHF channels 16 and 68. Here’s wishing you days full of sunshine and smooth sailing!

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